If you’ve already scanned our lists of the best gifts under $30 and Christmas gifts for women in their 20s, you’ll love this collection of gift ideas for nurses. Maybe the nurse on your list saved your life, helped your baby or is just an all-around community hero. Either way, there’s something they’re bound to love—and you don’t have to break the bank to show your appreciation.
What to look for in the best gift ideas for nurses
Typically, nurses work long hours and do some of hardest work imaginable. They save lives, offer comfort and get their hands dirty (literally) to help their communities. That’s why we think offering gifts of appreciation that pamper these overworked, selfless heroes makes the most sense. Useful gifts are also winners.
Our top gift ideas for nurses
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Nurse Superpower Mug, $15
This useful mug is just what the nurse on your list needs to fuel an overnight shift. It’s a self-esteem-boosting beauty they’ll love. If you want to really impress them, consider adding those to one of the best coffee advent calendars they can share with the team.
Silk Heated Eye Mask
Give the gift of restful zzz’s with this clever heated eye mask that’s made from supple silk. The cordless technology allows for on-the-go break room and commute use so they can score 15 or 20 minutes whenever possible.
It’s also one of our favorite migraine masks.
Gel-Infused Seat Cushion, $39
If they works long hours like most nurses do, added spinal support and pressure relief is sure to impress. We love the cooling memory foam gel this ergonomic seat addition offers and just how portable it is.
Real Heroes Wear Scrubs Candle, $19
This 45-hour candle offers a clean burn and a clear, obvious message of admiration. We love how versatile it is for both nurses and doctors of all types, and the perfectly-balanced vanilla scent. It’s also one of the best Virgo gifts for the hyper-organized go-getter on your list.
CeraVe Moisturizing Cream, $17
Rich, hydrating cream without added scents or dyes is always on a nurse’s gift wish list. We love this large, affordable tub of CeraVe they can use for hands, wrists, elbows or just about anywhere else. It’s dermatologist and nurse-approved for soft, healthy skin.
SneakERASERS Instant Sole and Sneaker Cleaner, $11
If they wear comfy, supportive white kicks on the floor all day, they’ll be obsessed with this handy little sponge that turns old sneakers into new-looking beauties in just seconds. Think of these as Magic Erasers (but better) designed specifically for sneaker materials and leather.
Adult Bento Boxes, $20
We think nurse gift ideas that promote healthy, satisfying and nutritious lifestyles just make sense. Consider an adult bento box so they can pack their own work meals. If you want to spend a bit bigger, throw in a gift card to a local supermarket so they can meal prep for their shifts.
Nurse Appreciation Pen Set, $8
If you need a practical gift idea for nurses, this uplifting and reassuring pen set is universally useful and affordable. A set of 10 retails for $8 with free shipping, which is basically the deal of the century. Buy a few sets for the entire emergency room team.
Chaos Coordinator Tumbler Mug
Whether the nurse you love most loves coffee, tea or iced water, this hilariously-perfect 20-ounce tumbler is one of the best gift ideas for nurses we’ve seen yet. It includes a sturdy reusable straw and is made with double-wall insulation, 18/8 food-grade stainless steel and a brilliant top that’s easy to clean.
Thank You Candle, $7
We love this candle’s beautiful message. “For all that you are and all that you do, I just want to say a huge thank you.” It’s a universally appealing message and a cute candle they’ll love showing off at home.
Numi Organic Tea Flowering Green Tea Set, $27
Flowering tea is the perfect combo of a soothing cuppa and a bouquet of fresh beauty. The included glass tea pot gives the full visual effect.
ON Cloud Sneakers, $130
These top-rated sneakers come in styles and sizes for both women and men and are aptly named—they really do feel like walking (and standing) on clouds. They’re the biggest trend in nursing footwear since Crocs and Dansko clogs and may quickly become your new faves too.
Aromatherapy Shower Steamers, $15
A six-pack of perfectly packaged shower steamers in gorgeous gift packaging is just the ticket. The hardworking nurse in your life deserves to come home to a hot, relaxing shower with sense-soothing aromatherapy.
COOP Home Goods Adjustable Pillow, $96
If you’re looking for a truly luxurious nurse gift to help them unwind, this COOP Home Goods adjustable cooling pillow is almost magical. With Certi-PUR fill and soft, cooling material, they’ll brag to all their friends about this sleep essential.
We love that it’s adjustable in terms of both height and firmness, making it one of the best personalized nurse gifts ever.
All-in-One Veggie Chopper and Meal Prepper, $31
We’re circling back to that idea of healthy, hearty and easy meals for nurses. They spend all day on their feet catering to everyone else’s needs, so they definitely deserve plenty of nourishment. We love this brilliant chopper that makes all sorts of meals way easier (and yes, it’s the same one you’ve seen all over TikTok).
Oversized Cardigan Sweater, $37
The Emergency Room is freezing all the time, isn’t it? Give her this trendy-but-timeless oversized cardigan that’s easy to machine wash and wear on repeat. It comes in loads of neutral colors and popular sizes and is meant to offer a relaxed fit she’ll love wearing when it’s just too chilly at the desk.
Balance and Plank Board, $30
This compact balance board ss great for standing, planking, squatting and oodles of other clever positions. We think this one is also a great office or nurse gift because it’s a low-impact way to work on stability and fitness by a desk.
Pashmina Scarf Wrap, $13
We love this cashmere-like affordable pashmina that serves as an oversized scarf for chilly winter days, a shawl for brisk hospital temperatures and a gorgeous layering piece. And, at just $13 each, you can totally get one for yourself, too.
How we chose the best gift ideas for nurses
After several of my own long hospital days when my babies were admitted to the NICU, I spent weeks chatting with the lifesaving heroes who run these heartbreaking hospital units. We chatted endlessly over incubators about how tired nurses are, how dry their hands tend to get from constant scrubbing and how the need for healthy, nutritious food is real.
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